The first snowflakes have finally fallen in the Denver metro area, with more in the forecast. That’s great news, and not just for those us who want to get in some good ski days—it’s good news for our economy. And, you know why: Snow means water. And, not just for Colorado but for the western … Read Post
Arts and culture is a part of what makes Denver unique; last year alone it generated $1.8 billion in economic activity for metro Denver. At Your Conversation With on Oct. 26, Dr. Christoph Heinrich, Frederick and Jan Mayer director of the Denver Art Museum (DAM), discussed the uniqueness of Denver and the intersection between art … Read Post
Yesterday marked the culmination of one of the most talked about, and busiest, elections in our history. Our country now prepares for a new administration, and in Colorado we meet new faces at the legislature and begin the work of implementing newly passed laws. Regardless of who you supported, it is clear that now the real … Read Post
Christine Benero was working at Swansea Elementary School in Denver earlier this year when she looked up and noticed someone she knew. Benero, the president and CEO of Mile High United Way, was helping lead a service mission to spruce up the school. It was a Saturday. It was hot. And there in front of her, up to his ears in dirt, … Read Post
When we talk about the people who make up our incredible workforce, we always mention that we are smart, we are fit and we are entrepreneurial. But don’t forget we are creative and innovative! For almost 30 years, we’ve been supporting that creativity with our Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). This seven-county organization provides funding … Read Post
Understanding motivation—why someone makes a certain choice—is not the first step toward creating meaningful social change. Instead, developing the skills needed to change comes first. It was a provocative idea put forth to delegates of the Leadership Exchange last week by Joseph Grenny, the social scientist known for his bestselling book Influence: The New Science … Read Post
A costume dance party at Denver’s Fort Greene Bar brought to an end one of the best weeks of the year: Denver Startup Week. For five days, from sunup to sundown, entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders came together to spur one another on toward better Denver businesses. 200 free events – ranging from seminars to … Read Post
